Aloe x spinosissima

Aloe x spinosissima is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In summer orange and red flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aloe x spinosissima

Plant type: cactus / succulent

Plant family: asparagaceae

Foliage: evergreen blue and green

Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall

Flowers: orange and red blooms in summer

Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, rock garden, spiky, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aloe x spinosissima

USDA Zones: 9b - 12

Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun

Watering frequency: occasional - low

Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt

Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained